The Maritime Administration is the agency within the U.S. Department of Transportation dealing with waterborne transportation. merchant marine.
The Maritime Administration works in many areas involving ships and shipping, shipbuilding, port operations, vessel operations, national security, environment, and safety. Its programs promote the use of waterborne transportation and its seamless integration with other segments of the transportation system, and the viability of the U.S. The Maritime Administration is also charged with maintaining
On Friday, hosted National Maritime Day, recognizing the unwavering dedication and sacrifice of the United States Merchant Marine. From honoring the heroes of our past to investing in the maritime leaders of tomorrow, we aren’t just admiring maritime history, we’re making it. 🇺🇸
05/22/2026
Today, on National Maritime Day, we gather to honor the undeniable courage, sacrifice, and enduring legacy of the United States Merchant Marine. From peacetime commerce to the frontlines of global conflicts, the strength of our nation relies heavily on the strength of our maritime industry.🇺🇸
05/20/2026
We are POWERING the NEXT generation of maritime! 🚢 ⚛️
Yesterday’s Innovation Café was all about the future: Small Modular Reactors! At , we aren't just watching the transition to nuclear propulsion, we are making it a reality!
05/07/2026
Fair Winds and Following Seas to the GLMA Class of 2026! 🚢
Administrator Stephen Carmel and General Randall Reed (USAF) were honored to stand with these "newly minted" alumni as they prepare to lead our maritime industry.
As Administrator Carmel told the grads: "You are the maritime industry. Be a do-er and a builder." 🛠️⚓
04/28/2026
Earlier this month, Deputy Maritime Administrator Sang Yi addressed the American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) Annual Members’ Meeting in New York City. His remarks focused on a defining mission for MARAD: building resilient, forward-looking maritime systems. 🚢🇺🇸
04/27/2026
Maritime dominance isn’t just a goal—it’s a national security imperative. ⚓🇺🇸
At , the U.S. Maritime Administration’s leadership laid out our strategic roadmap to restore American Maritime Dominance. 💪
04/23/2026
New recruits on deck! They’re officially ready for watch! 🚢⚓️
From meetings with U.S. carriers and harbor pilots to touring state-of-the-art refineries, it’s clear: President Trump and Secretary Duffy’s vision for a stronger, more resilient maritime sector is delivering results.
Through strategic investments, port infrastructure grants, and the expansion of our Marine Highways, we are restoring American maritime dominance and ensuring a prosperous future for all. 🌊💪
Big news for America’s maritime future! and officially delivered the brand new State of Maine to ! 🇺🇸🚢